Commercial Equipment Painter/Fleet Vehicle Refinisher

Fleet-Works-1; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Apprenticeship program available

Job summary

Fleet Works is seeking a skilled Commercial and Fleet Painter for our Calgary facility to refinish fleet vehicles, commercial trucks, and equipment using specified products. You will ensure prep and finish meet customer specifications and support project timelines.

An automotive refinishing background is preferred; we offer on-the-job training and apprenticeship opportunities. Applicants should be able to handle physical tasks and work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience refinishing fleet vehicles or commercial trucks is preferred.
• Automotive refinishing knowledge with attention to prep and finish quality.
• Willingness to participate in apprenticeship/training programs.

Responsibilities

• Follow company guidelines and supplier specs.
• Prepare surfaces, mask, apply paint materials, and inspect finish.
• Maintain tools and workspace in good condition.
• Work overtime to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate with team and supervisors to ensure quality results.

Skills

Fleet refinishing

Paint spraying

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PPG Delfleet/CPC

Axalta Imron

Job description

Commercial and Fleet Refinishing

We are currently looking to fill a position for Commercial and Fleet Vehicle Refinishing / Painting at our Calgary facility. We need a painter who is familiar with refinishing fleet vehicles, commercial trucks, truck bodies, and/or specialized equipment. The main products used are PPG Delfleet and CPC, Axalta Imron, Endura EX-2C, and Jones Blair Acrylithane.

About Us:

Fleet Works is a repair and paint facility specializing in fleet vehicles, commercial vehicles and specialized equipment. We offer collision repair, auto body, refinishing, mechanical services, frame, alignment, and other repair and installation services to our business customers in the Southern Alberta area.

Duties Include:

• Complete work assignments following company guidelines and supplier specifications to meet our customer requirements.
• Be organized and accountable for the proper completion of projects.
• Inspection of projects prior to refinishing to ensure all prep and repair work is complete.
• Refinishing operations including cleaning, masking, prepping, application of paint materials, etc.
• Detailing of paint work including unmasking, inspection, touch ups, buffing, minor reassembly, etc.
• Supplying the basic tools required to complete the tasks. The company supplies specialized tools, paint application equipment guns, pots, etc.
• Support the timeline objectives of the company which may require the working of overtime to complete projects on time.
• Maintain a good work attitude and cooperate with managers and fellow employees in a positive spirit of teamwork.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

Experience with the following products would be beneficial:

• Endura EX-2C polyurethane topcoats and epoxy primers.
• Jones Blair Acrylithane topcoats and related primers.
• PPG Delfleet and CPC line of products.
• Axalta Imron line of products.

An automotive refinishing certificate would be beneficial, but not required. We will train and support enrollment in the apprenticeship program for those wanting to upgrade.

Position Characteristics and Workplace Factors:

• General physical skills carrying, lifting – 50 lbs., squatting, kneeling, pushing, standing, sitting, walking, reaching and pulling extensively.
• Repetitive motion.
• On-the-job exposure to the following elements: Fumes, Dirt, Dust, Chemicals/Toxins, Hazards, Heat/Cold, Noise.